Hakodate Hachimangu
函館八幡宮
Hokkaido · Hakodate
Hachiman Maritime Safety
Kensha
Himure Hachimangu
日牟禮八幡宮
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
20 min walk
Hours
24 hours (shrine office 9:00-17:00)
Overview
Himure Hachimangu stands at the foot of Hachimanyama in the historic merchant town of Omihachiman. The shrine is closely associated with the Omi merchants who became prosperous traders across Japan, and its festivals - the Sagicho Matsuri and the Himatsuri - are famous throughout the region.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
131 [Reign of Emperor Seimu]
Ancient Hachiman shrine in Omihachiman, closely associated with the Omi merchants (Omi shonin).
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Hondawake No Mikoto
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Hachiman Regional shrine
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.1283, 136.1017
Physical Address
257 Miyauchi-cho, Omihachiman-shi, Shiga
滋賀県近江八幡市宮内町257
Access
Omihachiman Station (JR Biwako Line)
20 min walk
Hours
24 hours (shrine office 9:00-17:00)
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Himure Hachimangu?
Himure Hachimangu stands at the foot of Hachimanyama in the historic merchant town of Omihachiman. The shrine is closely associated with the Omi merchants who became prosperous traders across Japan, and its festivals - the Sagicho Matsuri and the Himatsuri - are famous throughout the region.
Where is Himure Hachimangu located?
Himure Hachimangu is located in Omihachiman-shi, Shiga. The full address is: 257 Miyauchi-cho, Omihachiman-shi, Shiga.